Today was the day of the long-awaited Diwali Ball organised by HUMsoc. We didn't go last year but had all promise Chandni (who is now co-president of the society) that we'd go this year and make it extra-special.
On arriving to the Kassam Stadium in Oxford we had a non-alcoholic drinks reception with rose and mango flavoured Lassis, orange, lychee and mango juice. Here I saw Bhanvini, Rima and Hasina from Twyford and they were just as shocked to see me and I was to see them! Everyone from Oxford was there too including Marja who looked stunning in a red dress (as usual) and Mel from Biology. It was great to wander around and see so many familiar faces. Chandni also looked beautiful in a cream and gold sari which matched with her co-president’s outfit. After the drinks we all went upstairs to the stadium's dining hall and had an exquisite three-course meal which left us all very full. This was accompanied by some music, dancers, comedians and entertainers. After the meal we all went outside to see the beautiful fireworks display marking the festival of light. It was very impressive and you could hear the crowd oohing and ahing in appreciation. The display was followed by the opening of the Humsoc bazaar which included a chocolate fountain, more Indian finger food, sweets, Henna artists and a masseur - we were very spoilt! We spent the rest of the night and early morning eating, dancing and getting henna painted on our hands. As it was a non-alcoholic event it was really nice to truly enjoy the evening with everyone.
